When you study online with Open Colleges, there are no strict schedules and no assessment due dates so you really can fit study around your life. You can also start your course any day of the year – we’re ready when you are. You’re in charge – you’re free to study whenever and wherever you…
Drupal 8 is out and it’s packed with incredible features that promise to make designers’, developer’s and the site admin’s life easy. If you’re confused about which platform to develop your new site in, know that the latest Drupal version is the real deal. It’s extremely secure and has strong tools to help you build…
Do you know why 82% of businesses use email marketing as one of their prime strategies? The answer is simple – because it works. A well-designed email marketing strategy is one of the most powerful selling tools that you can get. However, many marketers and business owners believe that this process is simple as that…
Dubai is one of the top tourist destinations. It’s known for all the fun things and being armed with information such as where to go and what to do, is something you will be looking out for. If you are planning to visit Dubai or relocate there, then you are going need these top 10…
These days, many business owners are realizing that connecting with their target market in the online world is a great way to optimize their bottom line. If you’re interested in optimizing your online platform so that you can attain exceptional conversion rates, now is the time to access and implement strategies that will help you…
You could be brainstorming for your ages and finally come up with a brilliant app. And it fails! How’s that possible? Your app failed in the market because you didn’t test it well enough. Mobile app testing is a crucial phase which needs to be considered seriously if you want a successful app. Mobiles apps are…
Atlanta is the capital and the most happening city in Georgia. And she’s no stranger to tourism and people moving to the city. The city is also the hub of many economic activities which leads many business travelers to it. In today’s fast paced world, any growing metropolis needs a well developed digital infrastructure to…
If you have an online store, SEO is crucial for business. Nothing proclaims credibility more than Google rankings. With more and more users searching Google organically for products rather than looking through sites, ranking for relevant products should be your biggest priority. E-commerce websites need extra emphasis on SEO. The listings on e-commerce should be…
Have your own e-commerce store? Most businesses today selling online have their own e-commerce platform. Apart from being a merchant on big e-commerce websites, brands want to increase their trading through their own websites. The challenge is to build enough traffic to the self-owned platforms and then to make people purchase directly. Did you know…
Los Angeles or the City of Angels is the second largest city in the US. With her sandy beaches, amazing landscape and Hollywood, LA is an awesome place to visit and an amazing place for those who intend to move into the city. The city’s size, glamour and history will be a lot for any…
We have now come to a point in society were information is so sudden, and the whole world is moving faster then what we can keep up with…. relationships seem to just come and go, and loyalties are beginning to diminish. But how can brands strengthen their relationship with their customers? What can they do…
In today’s digital age, it’s difficult to escape from hearing or reading about a new digital trend almost every week. Smartphones and apps are ubiquitous and business owners have caught onto this but it can be an expensive experience for any business. The issue is to know what trend to investigate further and knowing what…
It’s always hard to let go of something that has been around for a while. Ever since we opened TheLocalBrand.com for public submissions we’ve been receiving some exceptional articles and infographics from various walks of business. We’ve had the privilege of getting some superb infographic submissions through our open submission form specifically designed for the…
We live in a digital age where we spend hours dwelling over the power of the internet. On that note, have you ever wondered which website made its debut online? Who was the intelligent person to build something called a website and how did it look then? Web development and design has evolved significantly since Berners…
The potential of social media to influence purchase decisions has allured most retail businesses. Some have invested heavily in digital marketing and content for the same reason. Although the direct role of social media in sales has been disputed by many disenchanted marketers, experts will tell you to keep faith. There are some innovations in…
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Always on the look-out for the latest fashion trends? Love to keep track of what is in your closet at all times? Would love to hire a personal shopper but your budget precludes it? Fear not, that is what the latest fashion apps are for. If you love capturing street fashion looks to try yourself…
To create a recognizable company and make your name stick in the mind of your customers, you need to build a solid brand. Haphazard marketing will not work; over 80% of customers say that the authenticity of content is the number one factor in their decision to become a follower of a brand. Many small…
Technology and industry professionals are often ahead of the curve when compared to the general public, so it can take a few years for the average individual to catch up to the advertising trends and develop a base of quality and relevancy in new forms of media. Fortunately, the transitional period between old media and…
An employee finishes up her free lunch at the Mexican restaurant with a few co-workers who have switched to different departments, and heads across the company campus to her main office space. She arrives early for her 2pm brainstorming session, so she rearranges the walls and furniture to provide enough space for up to 15…
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Effective, reliable internet connectivity is an absolute must for any business in 2016, so it is of huge importance to have a solid network infrastructure in place. There are multiple tasks that need to be done in order to achieve this, and it is not a process that comes instantly or cheaply, but if it…
Most businesses today take social media and mobile based marketing as a matter of fact. There’s little doubt about the need of digital marketing. However, what really is key to this ever changing art of online marketing? Well, the content. There’s the big problem with marketing. Its easy to get down to spending on online…
If you believe that you have strong passions and qualities that you would like and be able to share with the world than you might want to think about starting your own niche website. Still, this business idea is not for those who would like to be occasional writers and share their experiences from time…
Getting ready for the day of love? Retail space is filled with all the romantic gifting items and around Valentine’s day every retailer wants to be prepared for the surge in sales. More than sales this is also a great social occasion to reach out to people. A good Vday engagement could be the holy grail…
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What is HIPAA compliance? Do you need compliance for your mobile app? Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act was brought into action in 1996. With the rise of internet based applications dealing with medical data, it is now mandatory that all medical apps need to be HIPAA compliant. However, in mobile app market is not…
With social media always growing, and online business payment technologies ever advancing, data breaches have have become a very common occurrence. Any business today is vulnerable to it. Companies ranging from Nasdaq to retail stores like Michaels have been breached, and It’s important to understand and be prepared for anything that could come up, which…
